Lummis withdraws from the race, Hageman may succeed as Wyoming's pro-crypto senator

According to TechFlow, on December 23, Cointelegraph reported that Wyoming Representative Harriet Hageman recently released a mysterious video titled "Soon," sparking speculation that she may run for the Senate seat in 2026. Previously, incumbent Senator Cynthia Lummis announced she would not seek re-election. As a staunch supporter of the cryptocurrency industry, Lummis has promoted several blockchain legislations, including the Responsible Financial Innovation Act. Her departure will mean the crypto industry loses an important ally. Although Hageman has not yet made digital assets a core focus, she has already received support from Caitlin Long, a leading advocate for Wyoming's blockchain legislation. The 2026 election will test whether the state continues to maintain its position as a Senate advocate for cryptocurrency.